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4 things you should know about the Black Friday climate report

A new U.S. report on climate change offers 'information that every human needs.'



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4 things to know about the EPA's carbon plan

The EPA has unveiled a plan to limit carbon emissions from new coal-fired power plants. Here's a look at what the rules could mean.




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Everything you need to know about ExoMars

The European Space Agency's ExoMars mission is a two-phase operation that will look for methane, ice and landing sites for future rovers.




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Massive Martian hole suggests something (someone, maybe?) has been digging around

NASA has just released an image of a unique hole on the surface of Mars.




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'The Taste' keeps things fresh, reduces waste

Judges and mentors Anthony Bourdain and Nigella Lawson talk about new food competition 'The Taste'.



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Everything's green behind the scenes at this year's Emmy Awards

After the event, all the wood will be recycled or given away in Mexico to be used to build homes.



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If animals could talk, they might say something sarcastic about the way we treat the planet

Comic artist Rob Lang gives animals a way to speak their piece with "Underdone Comics.'



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13 great things that happened in 2016

Don't dwell on the bad stuff that happened in 2016. Take a look at the year's best news.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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5 things to know about the EPA's new CO2 proposal

The new U.S. plan to limit power plant emissions is 645 pages long. Here's what you need to know.



  • Climate & Weather

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4 things to know about the Paris climate deal

The new U.N. climate agreement is being called 'a monumental triumph' and 'a turning point for the world.' Here are a few key points to keep in mind.



  • Climate & Weather

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Why fake news is a problem (and who's doing something about it)

Some say that news articles from questionable sites shared on social media swayed the election, so these students took the challenge on.




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Airbnb gives cancer patients one less thing to worry about: A safe place to sleep

Airbnb is offering free housing for cancer patients and the people who care for them.




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Even Earth's most amazing creatures do some funny things

Here are the winners and highly commended images from the 2019 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.




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More than 95% of the world's population is breathing unsafe air

A new report from the Health Effects Institute says are breathing air that's considered unsafe by the World Health Organization.




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Can you get high just from breathing the air in Rome?

Study measuring traces of psychotropic drugs in the air of eight major Italian cities has alarming results.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Butt-breathing turtle that can stay underwater for 72 hours is endangered

The Mary River turtle, recognized for its algae-induced punk rock appearance and ability to breathe through its rear is endangered.




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9 gifts for the person who has everything

Some people are just impossible to buy for around the holidays and birthdays. But we have some ideas on gifts for people who already have everything.



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French man using only things made in France

The journalist is conducting a 9-month 'economic patriotism' experiment by eating nothing but French food and using only French-made products.




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Clothing Arts entrepreneur creates pickpocket-proof pants

Good looking pants that protect your valuables.



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Hayden Christensen's farm inspires new clothing line

'Star Wars' actor's new new 20-piece men's clothing line includes jackets, pants, knitwear, and accessories.



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Josh Dorfman: The anything but Lazy Environmentalist

Though he may have taken on the moniker of The Lazy Environmentalist, it's hard to find a harder working, more prolific green storyteller than Josh Dorfman.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Has technology made basic things demonstrably worse?

From toilets (which keep you healthy) to phone connections (that don't need wires), we've never had it so good.



  • Research & Innovations

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Free! How to Cook Everything app for iPhone and iPad

Apple's app store hasMark Bittman’s go-to book on the basics of how to cook just about anything you can imagine for free.




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Why the Google car could change everything

The self-driving car won't just change the way we get around; it could also change the way we live and design our cities.




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10 things Sweden does right

From work perks to technology tweaks, this country aims to make everyday living easier.




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6 things that make a workplace great

High pay and cool perks are good, but the best employers also fulfill deeper human needs.




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4 natural ways to relieve baby's teething pain

Soothe baby's sore gums without toxic tablets, gels and plastic teethers.




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Pet playthings: Hiber-Nation '13

Here's a few notable, eco-friendly distractions for antsy pets forced to spend more time indoors due to cruddy weather.




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22 things you may not know about squirrels

From urban jungles to sprawling prairies, here are some noteworthy facts about these resourceful rodents.




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Coral mushrooms look like something straight out of the sea

Stumbling upon these beautiful coral mushrooms makes a walk in the forest extra special.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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5 things to know and love about dung beetles

We can learn a lot from dung beetles, including how to be better citizens of the planet.




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Video: Water Changes Everything

A new video from charity: water offers hope for the 1 billion people who don't have easy access to clean water. Actress Kristen Bell narrates this well-done vid




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Giant Earth Day Sale! Everything Must Go!

No generations in the history of human civilization have consumed as much of the planet's natural bounty as the ones alive today. So what are we doing this Eart




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5 things I learned from the Mexican president

On the first day of COP 16, President Calderon made some interesting remarks -- incuding one about your grandmother's refrigerator.



  • Climate & Weather

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Przewalski's horses: 10 things you didn't know about the last 'wild' horses on Earth

These small horses were thought to be the only truly wild horse species left on the planet and have a fascinating history.




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Glenn Beck is nothing without fear

Fox News' resident rightwing rodeo clown pulls out a heaping dose of hypocrisy when he accuses world leaders gathered in Copenhagen of 'fear mongering'.



  • Climate & Weather

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4 things you've heard about electric vehicles that simply aren't true

"Are electric vehicles fast?" "Do they work in winter?" "Can I really give up visiting the gas station?" Get the facts on EVs.



  • Research & Innovations

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Everything you ever wanted to know about green cars: Infographic

With all the terminology about green cars and climate change, it's hard to make sense of it all. This graphic from One Block off the Grid breaks it down, from t




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15 things you can do with a cheese grater

Sure you can grate cheese with a grater, but that knuckle scraper can be a versatile kitchen tool.




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10 things you didn't know about Nelson Mandela

He may be one of the most famous men who ever lived, but there's plenty to learn about Nelson Mandela.




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These awful things can happen when you don't clean your contacts properly

Do you ever ignore your contact lens care instructions? You may want to rethink that.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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22 things you didn't know about hedgehogs

Beyond their undeniable cuteness, there's a lot more to discover about these wonderfully odd creatures.




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11 things you didn't know about alpacas

There's more to an alpaca than their quirky good looks. Did you know the fiber from their fleece is flame-resistant? Here are 11 alpaca facts you may not know.




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8 things to know about the winter solstice

From when it happens to why – and everything in between – here's your crash course on the shortest day of the year.



  • Climate & Weather

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10 things you didn't know about koalas

Koalas aren't bears and they rarely drink water.




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17 things you didn't know about zebras

From their smart stripes to the power of their kicks, behold the wonders of zebras.




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10 things you should know about Ebola

A primer on the deadly virus that has taken hold in Congo and scaring people around the globe.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Too many unread books? You have an 'antilibrary,' and that's a good thing

Even if you haven't read some of the books in your library, they are still doing you good.



  • Arts & Culture

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8 things to know when adopting a blind dog

Adopting a blind dog isn't hard just different. Here's how you and your family can prepare your home to accommodate a special needs dog.




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Is there such a thing as natural diet soda?

Is there such a thing as natural diet soda? Matt Hickman feels your pain, you calorie-counting caffeine-heads.